Overview

• Temple security flagged a reflective glare from Surendra Shah’s smartglasses at the main entrance on July 6
• Police inspection uncovered concealed cameras in the wearable device, breaching a longstanding ban on recording equipment
• Authorities registered a case under Section 223 for disobedience to lawful orders after escorting him out of the shrine
• Shah was allowed to return to Gujarat after receiving the official notice to appear before Kerala Police
• Investigators say no malicious intent is suspected at this stage and a detailed probe is ongoing